Natural Resources Canada Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy

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1 Natural Resources Canada Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy October 2017

2 Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of Natural Resources, 2017 Cat. No. M2-16E-PDF ISSN Aussi disponible en français sous le titre : Ressources naturelles Canada Stratégie ministérielle de développement durable Copies are available through NRCan s Web site: 2

3 Table of Contents Executive summary... 4 Section 1: Context for the Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy... 4 Section 2: Sustainable Development at Natural Resources Canada... 5 Section 3: Commitments for Natural Resources Canada... 9 Clean Energy... 9 Clean Growth Sustainably Managed Lands and Forests Low-Carbon Government Effective Action on Climate Change Modern and Resilient Infrastructure Healthy Coasts and Oceans Pristine Lakes and Rivers Safe and Healthy Communities Section 4. Integrating sustainable development Conclusion

4 Executive summary The Government of Canada is committed to a clean-growth future built on the dual cornerstones of economic prosperity and environmental protection. Central to this vision is sustainable development, which is defined as our ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The Government s plan for sustainable development begins with the Federal Sustainable Development Strategy (FSDS). It sets out the Government s priorities, establishes its goals and targets, identifies actions to achieve those objectives, and provides performance indicators to measure the results. For example, the FSDS outlined 13 long-term goals to promote clean growth, ensure healthy ecosystems and build safe, secure and sustainable communities. Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) has a significant role to play in these federal efforts by promoting the sustainable development of Canada s energy, minerals, metals, and forests. This includes producing geographical, geological and other vital scientific information to support decision making about Canada s land-based and offshore resources, as well as the management of these lands. This Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy (DSDS) outlines how NRCan contributes to the Government s long-term goals in the FSDS by promoting environmental stewardship at the same time that it helps ensure that Canada s natural resource sectors are globally competitive, that Canadians are making smart, environmentally sound consumer purchases and that our lands and resources are being wisely managed to ensure greater public safety. The DSDS is also an opportunity for NRCan to demonstrate its contributions to important domestic initiatives and international commitments including the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change, which is a blueprint to reduce Canada s greenhouse gas emissions, spur innovation, adapt to climate change and create good jobs across the country. It also illustrates how the Department supports the Minister of Natural Resources in addressing priorities set by the Prime Minister. As part of these efforts to advance sustainable development in concrete ways, the Department works closely with partners such as the provinces and territories, Indigenous peoples, communities, industry, academia and non-governmental organizations. This three-year DSDS will be updated annually to reflect new and emerging priorities and initiatives that further improve the quality of life of Canadians and ensure Canada s place as one of the greenest countries in the world. Section 1: Context for the Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy The Federal Sustainable Development Strategy (FSDS) presents the Government of Canada s sustainable development goals and targets, as required by the Federal Sustainable Development Act. In keeping with the objectives of the Act to integrate environmental, social 4

5 and economic considerations into decision-making, and make such decisions more transparent and accountable to Parliament, NRCan supports reaching the goals laid out in the FSDS through the activities described in this DSDS. Section 2: Sustainable Development at Natural Resources Canada The sustainable development of Canada s natural resources including energy reserves, minerals and metals, and forests is a centrepiece of NRCan s mandate achieved through the promotion of clean growth for these sectors. The Department supports Canada s resource industries to ensure they remain a source of good jobs and enduring prosperity while also helping them to adopt innovative new ways to enhance their competitiveness, improve their environmental performance, strengthen their relationships with Indigenous peoples and build public confidence. Of the 13 long-term goals outlined in the FSDS, the Minister of Natural Resources is responsible for leading on the Government s Clean Energy goal and serves as a co-leader for both Clean Growth and Sustainably Managed Lands and Forests. As well, the Minister shares responsibilities for Low Carbon Government and is an important contributor on five other goals: Effective Action on Climate Change, Modern and Resilient Infrastructure, Healthy Coasts and Oceans, Pristine Lakes and Rivers, and Safe and Healthy Communities. While NRCan s departmental actions contribute to numerous FSDS goals at the same time, they are presented only once in this DSDS to avoid repetition. FSDS GOAL: CLEAN ENERGY All Canadians have access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy Minister of Natural Resources: lead Canada already boasts one of the world s cleanest electricity markets and its development of clean technology is leading to other innovative energy solutions. Building on this success will be essential to Canada s transition to the low-carbon economy. A cleaner energy system will also lower our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while increasing Canada s climate resilience and reducing our impact on our land and wildlife species. The Prime Minister s mandate letter to the Minister of Natural Resources makes clear that clean energy is a top priority. For example, by working with the provinces and territories, the Minister is developing a Canadian Energy Strategy to protect Canada s energy security, encourage energy conservation, and bring cleaner, renewable energy onto a smarter electricity grid. The Prime Minister has also asked the Minister to work with the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and the Minister of Foreign Affairs to develop an ambitious North American clean energy and environmental agreement with the United States and Mexico. In addition, the Minister leads or supports commitments under the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change to deliver the FSDS s Clean Energy goal. This includes implementing new building codes and introducing energy efficiency measures to help Canadians understand their energy use and save money on their utility bills. It also includes 5

6 establishing new electric vehicle charging stations as well as natural gas and hydrogen refuelling stations. FSDS GOAL: CLEAN GROWTH A growing clean technology industry in Canada contributes to clean growth and the transition to a low-carbon economy Minister of Natural Resources: co-lead A strong economy and a clean environment must go hand in hand in the low-carbon economy. Investing in clean technology and supporting innovation is a key part of that and will help Canadian companies grow and position themselves as world leaders in the clean technology market. The Prime Minister s mandate letter to the Minister of Natural Resources confirms the Clean Growth goal as a top priority shared with the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and emphasizes the importance of supporting clean technology producers to tackle Canada s most pressing environmental challenges while creating more opportunities for Canadian workers. One of the ways NRCan is doing all of this is by investing in clean energy technology to support the goals of Mission Innovation, a multi-country initiative to accelerate global clean energy innovation and make clean energy more widely available and affordable. FSDS GOAL: SUSTAINABLY MANAGED LANDS AND FORESTS Lands and forests support biodiversity and provide a variety of ecosystem services for generations to come Minister of Natural Resources: co-lead Protecting and sustainably using lands and forests is necessary to ensure their long-term benefits for Canada. These benefits are diverse and include protecting habitat for wildlife populations and supporting the well-being of Canadians through ecosystem services, as well as contributing to the Canadian economy and preserving traditional uses of lands and forests by Indigenous peoples. Under the Department of Natural Resources Act, the Minister is responsible for sustainable development and the responsible use of Canada s forest resources, as well as enhancing the competitiveness of Canada s forest products. In addition, the Forestry Act mandates the Department s Canadian Forest Service to conduct research and provide information and advice to promote the protection, sustainable management, and wise use of forest resources. In September 2016, the Canadian Council of Forest Ministers also committed the federal, provincial and territorial governments to work together to develop a National Forest Bioeconomy Framework by fall 2017 to support further economic growth in a clean and sustainable manner. 6

7 FSDS GOAL: LOW-CARBON GOVERNMENT The Government of Canada leads by example by making its operations low-carbon Minister of Natural Resources: support (lead for his portfolio) The Government of Canada is committed to leading efforts to combat climate change while continuing to contribute to the broader economy. With its vast operations, its extensive use of goods and services and its procurement practices, the Government has an opportunity to support the transition to a low-carbon economy by stimulating the clean-tech sector, contributing to Canada s international climate change commitments and realizing substantial cost savings. NRCan is supporting this FSDS goal through a range of measures to reduce its carbon footprint, such as improving the energy efficiency of its own buildings, reducing its fleet emissions and modernizing its infrastructure to support the use of electric vehicles. In addition, NRCan supports other federal departments and agencies by providing technical advice to assist them in developing and implementing their own projects to save energy and reduce GHG emissions. FSDS GOAL: EFFECTIVE ACTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE A low-carbon economy contributes to limiting global average temperature rise to well below two degrees Celsius and supports efforts to limit the increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius Minister of Natural Resources: support Climate change is a pressing global problem that, if left unchecked, could affect the ability of future generations to meet their basic needs. Effective action on climate change starts with the transition to a low-carbon economy that reduces our GHG emissions while continuing to increase our prosperity. Under the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change, NRCan is leading on a wide range of initiatives that includes extending ENERGY STAR certification to industrial buildings, improving the energy efficiency of vehicles and investing in green infrastructure such as a national network of electrical vehicle charging stations. The Department also provides knowledge and tools to Canadian communities to adapt to a changing climate and plans for sectors to succeed in the new economy. FSDS GOAL: MODERN AND RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE Modern, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure supports clean economic growth and social inclusion Minister of Natural Resources: support Green infrastructure, which includes everything from water and wastewater systems and clean energy to climate resilient infrastructure (such as flood mitigation systems) and infrastructure to protect against climate change, preserves the natural environment, supports healthy and resilient communities, drives economic growth and improves our quality of life. One of NRCan s main priorities is to promote the transition towards low-carbon options in transportation, as well as improving international regulatory alignments by enhancing energy codes for buildings, to support this FSDS goal. 7

8 FSDS GOAL: HEALTHY COASTS AND OCEANS Coasts and oceans support healthy, resilient and productive ecosystems Minister of Natural Resources: support Canada has unparalleled ocean resources and protecting our waters is critical to the lives and livelihoods of all Canadians. Increased development and marine shipping provide economic benefits, but they also pose risks such as the potential for oil spills that have an environmental impact on our fisheries and coastlines. In addition, preserving and expanding marine protected areas will help address environmental challenges. Working with other departments and agencies, NRCan generates scientific knowledge and conducts economic analysis to support better protection of our coasts and oceans and assist with oil spill prevention in targeted vulnerable areas. FSDS GOAL: PRISTINE LAKES AND RIVERS Clean and healthy lakes and rivers support economic prosperity and the well-being of Canadians Minister of Natural Resources: support Healthy lakes and rivers sustain a rich variety of plants and animals. They also supply drinking water to millions of Canadians, provide opportunities for swimming, boating and recreational fishing, and support economic activities such as tourism, commercial fisheries, agriculture and shipping. All of these things can be threatened by pollution, climate change and invasive alien species of plants and animals that affect our lakes and rivers and the benefits they provide. NRCan generates scientific knowledge to advance our understanding of lake and river ecosystems (including groundwater) and assists with protecting their health. The Department also works with partners to advance water quality and the health of these ecosystems through research and technology development that minimize the environmental effects of resource development. FSDS GOAL: SAFE AND HEALTHY COMMUNITIES All Canadians live in clean, sustainable communities that contribute to their health and well-being Minister of Natural Resources: support Ensuring that Canadians enjoy a clean, safe environment in which to live is important to their health and well-being. Among other things, this means reducing pollution to improve air quality, protecting them from harmful substances and preventing environmental emergencies (or reducing their impact if they do ). NRCan contributes to this FSDS goal by preventing and mitigating the impacts of natural and human-made hazards. For example, the Department develops early warning tools for these hazards and monitors environmental emergencies such as earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanoes and landslides. Through its science and tools, NRCan assists other organizations with disaster management and ecosystem monitoring. The Department also enhances the safety and security of energy transportation infrastructure, such as oil and gas pipelines. 8

9 Section 3: Commitments for Natural Resources Canada Clean Energy: All Canadians have access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy Responsible Minister: Minister of Natural Resources Clean Energy By 2030, 90% and in the long term, 100% of Canada s electricity is generated from renewable and non-emitting sources Invest in clean energy technologies Develop and demonstrate advanced materials technologies for clean energy production By improving the viability of technologies, contribute to increased deployment and use of renewable and nonemitting energy sources. Number of innovative materials technologies developed, contributed to, or validated by NRCan for use in power generation systems. Target: 2 over 3 years Materials for Energy Work with Atomic Energy Canada Limited and other federal departments to deliver the Federal Nuclear Science & Technology program By advancing nuclear research in support of core federal mandates, including clean energy, health and non-proliferation, contribute to energy generation from non-emitting sources. The number of discrete federal, provincial and territorial activities and projects that are initiated. Target: 5 discrete projects / initiatives undertaken per year Energy Market Access and Diversification Promote collaboration and work with partners on clean energy Identify, study and seek consensus on the most promising electricity infrastructure projects that can significantly reduce GHG emissions through the Regional Electricity Cooperation and Strategic Infrastructure initiative By supporting the transition to low-carbon economy, contribute to electricity infrastructure powered by clean energy. Number of quality products made available to decision makers in a timely manner. Target: Two regional reports that identify the most promising electricity infrastructure projects that can significantly reduce GHG emissions in the Western and Eastern Canadian electricity systems by March Support for Clean Energy Decision-Making Support voluntary action to reduce GHG Participate in the Generation IV International Forum, a multilateral endeavour and undertake research and development (R&D) to develop the next generation of nuclear energy systems Continue actions to support renewable energy deployment to: By articulating Canada's approach to the management of nuclear energy resources, contribute to future energy generation from non-emitting sources. By supporting the transition towards non-emitting The number of discrete federal, provincial and territorial activities and projects that are initiated Target: 5 discrete projects/ initiatives undertaken per year Number of terawatt-hours (TWh) of renewable electricity produced Energy Market Access and Diversification Renewable Energy Deployment 9

10 Clean Energy and air pollutant emissions through clean energy generation and consumption Support voluntary action to reduce GHG and air pollutant emissions through clean energy generation and consumption 1 Support the generation of electricity from renewable sources by providing support through the ecoenergy for Renewable Power program Develop recommendations for federal government consideration through the Marine Renewable Energy Enabling Measures program on a legislative approach for administering renewable energy projects in federal offshore areas Provide a new suite of tools to support consumers vehicle purchasing decisions and encourage fuel-efficient driving behaviours sources in clean electricity, contribute to industry capacity to produce renewable forms of energy. By developing a legislative framework allowing to administer marine renewable energy projects in the federal offshore, contribute to future electricity generation from renewable sources. By supporting the transition to a cleaner transportation system and making lowcarbon vehicles more attractive to Canadians, contribute to reductions in energy consumption. Target: 12 TWh (equivalent to the annual power consumption of a typical Canadian city of about 750,000 people) Starting point: There is no existing legislative framework Target: A legislative framework is in place by 2019 % of vehicle purchases influenced by NRCan fuel efficiency information products and tools (qualitative analysis on usefulness of information provided) Target: Under development in parallel with indicators for other departmental reporting requirements Renewable Energy Deployment Alternative Transportation Fuels Invest in clean energy technologies 1 Support Finance Canada and Environment and Climate Change Canada in identifying and phasing out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies by 2025 By identifying and phasing out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies that encourage wasteful consumption, contribute to increased deployment and use of renewable and non-emitting energy sources. Year by which fossil fuel subsidies have been phased out. Target: fossil fuel subsidies are phased out by Energy Market Access and Diversification 1 NRCan contributes to the FSDS goal through additional departmental sustainable development actions. 10

11 Clean Energy Add a certification component for high-performing commercial and institutional buildings to the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager benchmarking tools to allow building owners to compare their energy use and prompt them to make improvements Launch the ENERGY STAR for Industry program in Canada and offer plant certification to 2-3 industry sectors to recognize high performers By providing energy management tools, contribute to energy efficiency in Canada's commercial sector. By raising awareness of the benefits of energy management in industry operations, contribute to energy efficiency. Starting point: There is no existing certification program for buildings Target: Introduction of ENERGY STAR certification for buildings by 2018 Energy saved in petajoules from energy efficiency programs Target: 23.2 petajoules saved annually (equivalent to the annual energy used by more than 208,800 typical Canadian households, excluding transportation) in Energy Efficiency Energy Efficiency Accelerate the adoption of ISO 50001, an innovative energy management system in the industrial sector By helping to improve energy management in Canada's industrial sector, contribute to energy efficiency. Energy saved in petajoules from energy efficiency programs Target: 23.2 petajoules saved annually (equivalent to the annual energy used by more than 208,800 typical Canadian households, excluding transportation) in Energy Efficiency Play a leading role in international agreements and initiatives involving clean energy 1 Advance Canada s clean energy and climate mitigation goals through bilateral partnerships and under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the North American Clean Energy and Environment Agreement, Mission Innovation, the International Energy Agency, and the Clean Energy Ministerial process, as well as the G7 & G20, among others By working alongside international partners, contribute to further advancing clean growth, clean energy and climate change mitigation goals and the long-term decarbonisation of the economy. Number of international bilateral and multilateral engagements with countries and organizations undertaken to advance clean energy with key partners (signed at the Assistant Deputy Minister level or above). The number of discrete federal, provincial and territorial activities and projects that are initiated Target: 5 discrete projects / initiatives undertaken per year Energy Market Access and Diversification Support for Clean Energy Decision-making Clean Energy Science and Technology 11

12 Clean Energy Number of assessments and/or updates to energy regulations or legislation and/or Canada's energy regulatory or legislative frameworks Target: 2 per year Clean Growth: A growing clean technology industry in Canada contributes to clean growth and the transition to a low-carbon economy Responsible Minister: Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister of Natural Resources Clean Growth Implement our Mission Innovation commitment to double federal government investments in clean energy research, development and demonstration, by 2020, from 2015 levels Work with partners on developing and adopting new technologies to reduce GHG and air pollutant emissions Advance international collaboration on clean energy RD&D through Mission Innovation by implementing domestic initiatives. By funding clean energy development and demonstration projects that reduce cost and address technical hurdles, contribute to the deployment of nextgeneration of clean energy technologies. Ratio of NRCan program investments in clean energy S&T to leveraged funding from partners Target: 1:1 ratio Starting point: Federal investments of $387 million in clean energy RD&D in Doubling Government of Canada s federal investments for clean energy RD&D Target: Federal investments of $775 million in clean energy RD&D by Clean Energy Science and Technology 12

13 Clean Growth Invest in technologies to reduce GHG and air pollutant emissions 1 Support the development of technologies to reduce energy consumption in mining and milling and eliminate diesel replacing it with alternative energy sources in underground mines under the Green Mining Initiative Support voluntary action to reduce GHG Implement the Government of Canada s actions to develop clean technologies to reduce GHG emission, air pollutants and water uses in the energy sector through initiatives such as: Energy Innovation Program Clean Growth Innovation Program (with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and Fisheries and Oceans Canada), Oil and Gas Clean Technology Program, Impact Canada Fund, Clean Technology Stream Develop and demonstrate advanced materials technologies for the safe transportation of hydrocarbons and to reduce emissions in the transportation and industrial sectors Provide financial contributions to FPInnovations, other forest sector By expanding RD&D cooperation and investment, contribute to a reduction in reliance on diesel and in energy consumption. By funding clean technology development and demonstration projects that reduce cost and address technical hurdles, contribute to the deployment of nextgeneration of clean technologies. By improving the viability of technologies, contribute to increased deployment and use of safer, and more energy efficient materials. By providing stakeholders with resources, contribute to Number of demonstration projects implemented supporting the development of one or more technologies. Target: 3 demonstration projects implemented by 2023, i.e.: Tackling comminution, the largest energy consumer in mining ; Benchmarking and automation for energy efficiency underground ; and Replacing diesel in underground mines Ratio of NRCan program investments in clean technology to leveraged funding from partners Target: 1:1 ratio Starting point: emission levels of Through NRCan supported RD&D, reduce GHG emissions from past and ongoing clean technology projects Target: A decrease in emissions of 1 million tonnes a year (equivalent to 250,000 passenger cars removed from our roads) starting in Number of innovative materials technologies or standards developed, contributed to, or validated by NRCan for use in the safe transportation of hydrocarbons and to reduce emissions in the transportation and industrial sectors Target: 3 over 5 years Number of new products and processes resulting Green Mining Clean Energy Science and Technology Materials for Energy Forest Sector Innovation 1 NRCan contributes to the FSDS goal through additional departmental sustainable development actions. 13

14 Clean Growth and air pollutant emissions 1 research partners and eligible forest product companies for RD&D of new products, processes and technologies focused on clean energy such as biofuels increased energy efficiency, improved productivity and associated environmental benefits related to the forest industry. from NRCan information. Target: 2 per year Number of new economic development projects facilitated, brokered, and/or developed in/by Indigenous communities with NRCan knowledge and funding. Target: 8 per year Annual research plan endorsed by the FPInnovations National Research Advisory Committee. Target: 1 endorsed research plan per year Invest in technologies to reduce water pollution 1 Develop new technology or processes to reduce the environmental footprint of mining operations, such as minimal liquid discharge mill using advanced separation and water treatment technologies By developing technologies to help ecosystem restoration, and the treatment and the reuse of water, contribute to cleaner mining operations. Number of pilot-scale demonstration for water management in mining and mineral processing completed. Target: at least one by Green Mining 1 NRCan contributes to the FSDS goal through additional departmental sustainable development actions. 14

15 Sustainably Managed Lands and Forests: Lands and forests support biodiversity and provide variety of ecosystem services for generations to come Responsible Minister: Minister of Environment and Climate Change; Minister of Natural Resources Sustainably Managed Lands and Forests Between now and 2020, maintain Canada s annual timber harvest at or below sustainable wood supply levels Better understand lands and forests Number of public and private sector new or updated policies, regulations, or other decision-making tools completed annually Target: Provide input for 2 per year Increase the scientific knowledge of forest ecosystems, including by: Refining the Carbon Budget Model and using it to produce annual estimates of forestrelated GHG emissions and removals in Canada Providing forest managers with indicators and ready-to-use science-based adaptation toolkits Supporting early intervention strategies for forest pest management By providing scientific knowledge on forest ecosystems to Canadian industry and non-government organizations, contribute to a reduction in tree loss due to a changing climate and thereby helping to maintain sustainable wood supply levels and supporting an annual sustainable timber harvest. This includes information on preparedness against natural hazards and risk mitigation of natural disasters, maximizing opportunities and minimizing risks associated with climate change. Starting point: 100 advisory boards and committees Participation of the Canadian Forest Service on advisory boards or committees involving the sharing of knowledge on forest ecosystems to governments, industry and nongovernmental organizations Participation on advisory boards and committees stays within 10% of starting point Number of active collaborations with public and private sector that manage risk or opportunities to human population, natural resources and infrastructure health Target: 3 collaboration agreements per year Forest Ecosystems Science and Application Forest Disturbances Science and Application Number of adaptation toolkits distributed directly and viewed online annually Target: Under development in parallel with indicators for other departmental reporting requirements. 15

16 Sustainably Managed Lands and Forests Use legislation and regulations to manage the spread of invasive alien species Build capacity and provide support Work with domestic and international Develop science-based solutions and tools to better detect, slow the spread and reduce impact of invasive alien species, including working in partnership with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to create wood packaging standards and control measures to manage known and unknown alien species Through engagement with provinces and territories, industry and international partners, develop and deliver science-based solutions to help reduce wildland fires for forest-based communities. Sharing international wildland fire management resources will advance fire response by fire management agencies and first responders. Opportunities for knowledge sharing include: Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre Canadian Council of Forest Minister s Canadian Wildland Fire Strategy Develop a forest bioeconomy framework with the provinces and territories that identifies the type of concerted actions required for creating favourable research and investment conditions to enhance the growth and competitiveness of emerging bioeconomy activities in Canada Work collaboratively with provinces and territories, federal By enabling better decisionmaking on how to protect and manage Canadian forests under uncertainty, contribute to maintaining sustainable wood supply levels. By strengthening collaboration and providing governments, agencies and industry with scientific knowledge and technologies on wildland fire, contribute to a reduction in tree loss due to wildland fire and thereby helping to maintain sustainable wood supply levels. This knowledge helps all parties understand the impacts of climate change on wildland fire activity to better deliver solutions and emergency preparedness. By looking into opportunities of collaboration, contribute to adaptation to a changing climate and the creation of jobs in the forest sector, and helping to maintain sustainable wood supply levels. By providing scientific and technical knowledge, Starting point: 100 advisory boards and committees Participation of the Canadian Forest Service on advisory boards or committees involving the sharing of knowledge on forest disturbances to governments, industry, and non-governmental organizations Target: Participation on advisory boards and committees stays within 10% of starting point Starting point: 100 advisory boards and committees Participation of the Canadian Forest Service on advisory boards or committees involving the sharing of knowledge on forest disturbances to governments, industry, and non-governmental organizations Target: Participation on advisory boards and committees stays within 10% of starting point Developing a forest bioeconomy framework Target: 1 framework endorsed with annual reporting, as agreed by the members of the Canadian Council of Forest Ministers Starting point:100 advisory boards and committees Forest Disturbances Science and Application Forest Disturbances Science and Application Forest Sector Innovation Forest Disturbances Science and Application 16

17 Sustainably Managed Lands and Forests partners agencies (e.g., Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Public Safety Canada) and Indigenous communities to implement and advance wildland fire and forest pest strategies contribute to the production of a wildland fire research strategy and national forest pest strategy, addressing current priorities and helping to maintain sustainable wood supply levels. Participation of the Canadian Forest Service on advisory boards or committees involving the sharing of knowledge on forest disturbances to governments, industry, and non-governmental organizations Target: Participation on advisory boards and committees stays within 10% of starting point Build capacity and provide support 1 Number of new economic development projects facilitated, brokered, and/or developed in/by Indigenous communities with NRCan knowledge and funding Provide Indigenous communities and organizations with financial and technical support to increase their participation in Canada s forest sector By supporting sustainable development and climate change adaptation efforts in Indigenous communities, contribute to a sustainable forest sector. Target: 8 new projects annually, facilitated, brokered, and/or developed with NRCan knowledge and funding Annual research plan endorsed by the FPInnovations National Research Advisory Committee that includes linkages with forecasted needs and priorities for Indigenous communities Forest Sector Innovation Target: 1 endorsed research plan per year. Better understand lands and forests 1 Evaluate reclamation strategies and decommissioning scenarios to determine the environmental performance of rehabilitated mine waste management sites in Canada By providing governments, agencies and industry with scientific knowledge on best mine waste management strategies, contribute to improved ecosystem restoration. Under development in parallel with indicators for other departmental reporting requirements Green Mining 1 NRCan contributes to the FSDS goal through additional departmental sustainable development actions. 17

18 Low-Carbon Government: The Government of Canada leads by example by making its operations low-carbon Responsible Minister: All ministers Low-Carbon Government Reduce GHG emissions from federal government buildings and fleets by 40% below 2005 levels by 2030, with an aspiration to achieve this reduction by 2025 Improve the energy efficiency of our buildings/operations Support the Treasury Board Secretariat and Environment and Climate Change Canada in the development and the implementation of an action plan (under the departmental Low Carbon umbrella) for buildings and fleets in order to achieve the departmental GHG reduction goal of 40% by 2030 By reducing energy use through efficiency measures, contribute to reduced GHG emissions by the Department. Starting point: GHG emissions from NRCan facilities in fiscal year (base year): = ktco2eq Current result: GHG emissions from NRCan facilities in fiscal year = ktco2eq Percentage (%) change in GHG emissions from facilities from fiscal year to fiscal year = 37 % 2 Target: 40% by Energy Efficiency Clean Energy Science and Technology 4.1 Internal Services Support the Treasury Board Secretariat and Environment and Climate Change Canada in the development and the implementation of an action plan (under the departmental Low Carbon umbrella) for buildings and fleets in order to achieve the departmental GHG reduction goal of 40% by 2030 Continue to modernize the departmental workplace to achieve more efficient and productive use of space through Workplace 2.0 standards By reducing energy use through efficiency measures, contribute to reduced GHG emissions by the Department. By aligning with Workplace 2.0 standards, contribute to improved energy efficiency of the Department`s buildings. Percentage (%) change in GHG emissions from facilities from fiscal year to 2030 Target: 40% reduction (or 12.8 kilotons) in NRCan facility emissions by 2030 from 2005 levels 5% of office space is currently meeting Workplace 2.0 standards on NRCan s primary office location in the National Capital Region, the Booth Street Complex (555, 601, 615, 580 and 588 Booth St. and 560 Rochester St.). Target: 25 % of office workspace at the Booth Energy Efficiency Clean Energy Science and Technology 4.1 Internal Services 4.1 Internal Services 2 To demonstrate federal leadership in greening government operations, between 2010 and 2016 Natural Resources Canada made it a departmental priority to improve energy performance of its operations. As a result, in , NRCan had reduced its facility emissions by 37% below the 2005 levels. With more challenging projects underway, NRCan is well positioned to meet the target of 40% reduction in GHG by

19 Low-Carbon Government Street Complex that is to Workplace 2.0 standards by 2025 Energy saved in terajoules per year for all federal organization projects that received support from NRCan. Support the Treasury Board Secretariat Center for Greening Government by providing a onestop shop for advice and technical support to other federal departments. This support will help federal organizations design and implement energy saving and GHG reduction projects in their facilities and deploy low-emission vehicles and charging stations. This work will also support the Center for Greening Government develop a centralized GHG inventory tool for reporting, monitoring and public disclosure of federal GHG emissions By providing tools and technical support to federal organizations for greening their buildings and fleet, contribute to reduced GHG emissions by the Government of Canada. Targets: 80 kilotons of GHG emissions (CO2eq) saved annually (equivalent to the emissions generated annually by approximately 20,000 passenger vehicles) from projects supported by NRCan by 2030; 750 terajoules saved annually (equivalent to the annual energy used by approximately 6,750 typical Canadian households, excluding transportation) by 2030 for other federal organization projects that received NRCan support Number of federal organizations (departments, agencies and Crown corporations) provided with information, tools and services to improve energy performance of federal buildings Energy efficiency Clean Energy Science and Technology Target: Total increase from 64 to 70 by 2022 Modernize the Building Management Plan (BMP) process and update the Building Condition Reports (BCR) with a focus on energy efficiency and through an environmental lens By updating and modernizing BMP and BCR processes, contribute to energy efficiency and improved environmental performance of the Department`s buildings. NRCan began a new multi-year round of BCRs in the fiscal year. Target: 50% of major sites will have BCR completed by that would provide current health status of the building portfolio, a prerequisite to the planning of any improvement 4.1 Internal Services Modernize our fleet Support the Treasury Board Secretariat and Environment and Climate Change Canada in the By reducing energy use through efficiency measures, Starting point: GHG emissions from NRCan fleet in fiscal year (base year): = 1.78 ktco2e Energy Efficiency Clean Energy 19

20 Low-Carbon Government development and the implementation of an action plan (under the departmental Low Carbon umbrella) for buildings and fleets in order to achieve the departmental GHG reduction goal of 40% by 2030 contribute to reduced GHG emissions from the Department`s fleet. Current results: GHG emissions from NRCan fleet in fiscal year = 0.76 ktco2e Percentage (%) change in GHG emissions from fleet from fiscal year to fiscal year = 57% 3 Science and Technology 4.1 Internal Services Target: 40% by 2030 Support the transition to a low-carbon economy through green procurement Deploy lower emitting transportation options into the Department s fleet by working with Public Services and Procurement Canada and Treasury Board Secretariat Centre for Greening Government, identify infrastructure needs and coordinate installation of several charging stations for electric vehicles in the National Capital Region Ensure that all performance agreements of Procurement Managers include contribution to, and are in support of, the Policy on Green Procurement Raise departmental awareness of green procurement options related to Public Services and Procurement Canada standing offers By performing vehicle usage analysis to determine the lowest emitting option, including supporting greater zero emission vehicle deployment, fleet right-sizing, fuel switching, and driver training, contribute to reduced GHG emissions by the Department`s fleet. By embedding environmental considerations related to purchasing decisions into the corporate culture, contribute to greener procurement. By embedding environmental considerations related to purchasing decisions into the corporate culture, contribute to greener procurement. NRCan had two electric vehicle charging stations in the National Capital region at the end of Target: 2 new electric charging stations to be installed by the end of the Number and percentage of managers and functional heads of materiel and of procurement whose performance evaluation includes support and contribution toward green procurement is 8 (88%). Target: 100% (or nine employees) by March 31, 2019 and ongoing Number and percentage of procurement and/or materiel management specialists who completed the Canada School of Public Service Green Procurement course (C215) or equivalent, in Alternative Transportation Fuels 4.1 Internal Services 4.1 Internal Services 4.1 Internal Services 3 To demonstrate federal leadership in greening government operations, between 2010 and 2016 Natural Resources Canada made it a departmental priority to improve energy performance of its operations. As a result, in , NRCan had reduced its fleet emissions by 57% below the 2005 levels. The Department continues its efforts to further reduce its emissions. 20

21 Low-Carbon Government current fiscal year is 31. Target: 100% (or 34 specialists) by March 31, 2018 Promote sustainable travel practises Maintain GHG emission levels from business-related travel below the baseline level By promoting sustainable travel practises and informing employees of alternative meeting arrangements (such as teleconferencing or videoconferencing), contribute to reduced GHG emissions. Emission associated with business-related travel in tons of carbon dioxide equivalent in the year as provided by Public Services and Procurement Canada (5729 tons in ). Target: Greenhouse gas emissions associated with business travel will be reduced by 30% (to 4,010 tons) by March 31, Internal Services Effective Action on Climate Change: A low-carbon economy contributes to limiting global average temperature rise to well below two degrees Celsius and supports efforts to limit the increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius Responsible Minister: Minister of Environment and Climate Change; supported by a whole-of-government approach to implementation Effective Action on Climate Change By 2030, reduce Canada s total GHG emissions by 30%, relative to 2005 emission levels Use regulations to limit GHG emissions Set more than 35 minimum energy performance standards for appliances and equipment by 2020 under the Energy Efficiency Regulations By setting minimum energy performance standards to improve the energy performance of appliances and equipment sold for homes and buildings across Canada, contribute to reduced GHG emissions. Energy savings (petajoules) generated by regulated standards Starting point: 2.35 petajoules saved in Target: 6.65 petajoules saved annually (equivalent to the annual energy used by approximately 59,850 typical Canadian households, excluding transportation) by Energy Efficiency Work with partners on climate change Collaborate with the United States of America and Mexico on a common benchmarking platform for the freight sector (the SmartWay Freight Partnership) By helping industry to maximize efficiency and to reduce energy use in its freight operations, contribute to reduced GHG emissions. Starting point: 0% Percentage of Canadian SmartWay freight transport companies that implement lower carbon transportation options as a result of the program. Target 60% annually Energy Efficiency 21

22 Effective Action on Climate Change Support voluntary action to reduce GHG emissions and adapt to climate change Undertake RD&D that informs policies, standards and codes Improve the energy efficiency of : - Canadian homes through the EnerGuide, ENERGY STAR and R-2000 home labelling initiatives; - The industrial sector using energy management systems such as ISO 50001, the Superior Energy Performance program, and the ENERGY STAR or other industry programs to help businesses track, analyze, and improve their energy efficiency Undertake RD&D to reduce methane emissions from the oil and gas sector By focusing on environmental and competitiveness objectives in the areas of end use, clean energy and renewables, and fossil fuels, contribute to reduced GHG emissions. By collaborating with provinces and territories on housing and industrial sector programs, contribute to improved energy efficiency and reduced GHG emissions. By supporting RD&D in the oil and gas sector, contribute to the transition towards a low-carbon economy and reduced GHG emissions. Starting point: emission levels of Through NRCan supported RD&D, reduce GHG emissions (from past and ongoing clean energy technology projects). Target: A decrease in emissions of 1 million tonnes per year (equivalent to 250,000 passenger cars removed from our roads) starting in Energy saved in petajoules from the energy efficiency regulations and programs Target: 74.5 petajoules saved (equivalent to the annual energy used by approximately 670,500 typical Canadian households, excluding transportation) in 2021 from energy efficiency programs funded in Budget 2016 Energy saved by industry in petajoules from energy efficiency programs Target: 23.2 petajoules saved annually (equivalent to the annual energy used by more than 208,800 typical Canadian households, excluding transportation) in 2021 Through NRCan supported RD&D contribute to reducing methane emissions in the oil and gas sector. Target: Contribute to the national target of reducing methane emissions by 40% to 45% by Clean Energy Science and Technology Energy Efficiency Clean Energy Science and Technology Maintain and increase carbon stored in forested lands, wetlands and agricultural land by providing tools and information to decision By supporting efficient economic and ecological use of forest resources, contribute to adaptation to a Number of public and private sectors new or updated policies, regulations, or other decisionmaking tools completed annually Forest Ecosystem Science and Application 22

23 Effective Action on Climate Change makers through research, national assessments and monitoring to develop scientific information on Canada s forest ecosystems, to support knowledge-based sustainable forest management policies and practices, such as with Carbon Budget Model and Ecosystem Management Emulating Natural Disturbance tools, which are validated annually changing climate. Target: 3 per year Starting point: 100 advisory boards and committees Participation of the Canadian Forest Service on advisory boards or committees involving the sharing of knowledge on forest ecosystems to governments, industry and non-governmental organizations. Target: Participation on advisory boards and committees stays within 10% of the starting point Annual report on carbon emissions and removals in Canada s managed forests within The State of Canada s Forests. Take a leading role in international agreements and initiatives on climate change 1 Promote international collaboration, including through the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, and under the North American Climate, Clean Energy and Environment Partnership, to advance clean energy and integration of energy resources (including renewables), improve energy efficiency, and strengthen the reliability, resilience and security of the North American electricity grid By promoting and working towards Canada's commitments in international agreements and initiatives on climate change, contribute to reduced GHG emissions. Target: 1 report per year. Percentage of Canada s objectives for meetings of international climate and clean energy fora that are advanced through negotiations and consensus. Target: 70% Support for Clean Energy Decision-making Clean Energy Science and Technology 1 NRCan contributes to the FSDS goal through additional departmental sustainable development actions. 23